Contemplative Bible Reading

1 Samuel 3:19 (New International  Version)

The LORD was with Samuel as he grew up, and he let none of his words fall to the ground.

I love this expression “he let none of his words fall to the ground.” Samuel, through the power of God, had none of his words wasted or falling to the ground.

Oh how blessed was Samuel.

Such can be true of us today. How often do we cast out words without thought and, much worse, without love? Why do we throw our words on the ground to wallow in mud?

God, help me to take care with my words. Help me to speak in love with words chosen wisely. Help to use words that won’t fall on the ground.

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